Mexico coach Aguirre praises fans ahead of Ecuador knockout match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 10:42 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre emphasized his duty to the nation before the knockout match against Ecuador on Tuesday. As the co-hosts prepare for the challenge at Azteca Stadium, where over 80,000 fans are expected, Aguirre acknowledges the excitement following three group stage wins. He described the fans as the team's 'best 12th man' and highlighted the joy they bring. Ecuador enters the match with momentum after defeating Germany 2-1 in their last group game.
- •Mexico plays Ecuador in a knockout match on Tuesday.
- •Over 80,000 spectators are expected at Azteca Stadium.
- •Aguirre acknowledges the responsibility to the country.
- •Ecuador recently defeated Germany 2-1 to advance.
- 10:42 PMYahoo Sports — Mexico coach Aguirre labels fans 'best 12th man' before Ecuador clash
"Mexico coach Javier Aguirre said he is aware of his responsibility to the whole country ahead of the co-hosts' World Cup first knock-out round match against Ecuador on Tuesday. Asked about a feeling of moral obligation in view of the euphoria in the nation after three wins in the group stage, the 67-year-old told a news conference on Monday: "My obligation is like yours: to do the job.
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